A place for the discussion of all things not closely related to the sport and its competitive side. (Locked down several times a year during the major championships)
kuha wrote:For what it's worth, I'd have nothing against the disappearance of the Free Speech thing. I, for one, am depressed to no end by what wrong-headed ideas some otherwise delightful people appear to hold. What's most noteworthy, however, is the fact that NONE of the arguments, or assertions, or views, on either side, appear to really change anyone's mind. So, "we" can vent with great self-righteousness (and we do), but none of it (apparently) carries any power of persuasion.
My point exactly. There will be no conversions here, just pissed off people in different camps. Wrong-headed is in the head of the beholder. People can fervently believe differently. Chances are, those you deem wrong-headed are just as depressed by your inablity to "see the light."
I don't think it's necessary to agree with an opinion in order to understand it. There are plenty of opinions on contemporary issues that I understand, despite the fact that I disagree with them, and for the record, I've never seen lonewolf post an opinion on a political issue that I didn't understand. What frustrates me is logically incoherent folks who contradict themselves, and those folks who believe in situational ethics. Perhaps I'll call a few of them out in a few days.
lonewolf wrote:Chances are, those you deem wrong-headed are just as depressed by your inablity to "see the light."
That's obvious, and is absolutely implicit in what I wrote. I'd like to think the matter is NOT one of pure ideology--we "believe" X or we "believe" Y, and never the twain shall meet (belief, alone, doesn't impress me; belief itself has no necessary connection to reality)--but rather of reasoned argument and nuances of perspective. Call me a dreamer...
Perhaps I need wait 4 days to fully engage the issue, but as Paul Fussell outlines in his essay, A Well Regulated Militia, the meaning of the Second Amendment,
A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
makes it perfectly clear that the right to bear arms is intended expressly to maintain a well regulated militia. If you're in the Reserves or the National Guard, be my guest. Otherwise, any legal sanction against firearms is, well, legal.
kuha wrote:For what it's worth, I'd have nothing against the disappearance of the Free Speech thing. I, for one, am depressed to no end by what wrong-headed ideas some otherwise delightful people appear to hold. What's most noteworthy, however, is the fact that NONE of the arguments, or assertions, or views, on either side, appear to really change anyone's mind. So, "we" can vent with great self-righteousness (and we do), but none of it (apparently) carries any power of persuasion.
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I think that is wrongheaded and for such a supposed enlightened dude you should know better. I am always open to new IDEAS! For instance, I use to be for the assault weapons ban. But I have seen the LIGHT!
I bought a bazooka today. And after watching The Untouchables last night on Netflix, I thought a Thompson Submachine Gun would be cool. I am also looking on Ebay for a cannon. Any other suggestions are welcome.
Conor Dary wrote:I bought a bazooka today. And after watching The Untouchables last night on Netflix, I thought a Thompson Submachine Gun would be cool. I am also looking on Ebay for a cannon. Any other suggestions are welcome.
kuha wrote:For what it's worth, I'd have nothing against the disappearance of the Free Speech thing. I, for one, am depressed to no end by what wrong-headed ideas some otherwise delightful people appear to hold. What's most noteworthy, however, is the fact that NONE of the arguments, or assertions, or views, on either side, appear to really change anyone's mind. So, "we" can vent with great self-righteousness (and we do), but none of it (apparently) carries any power of persuasion.
My point exactly. There will be no conversions here, just pissed off people in different camps. Wrong-headed is in the head of the beholder. People can fervently believe differently. Chances are, those you deem wrong-headed are just as depressed by your inablity to "see the light."
Well, maybe not conversion, but I find the views of posters here interesting because I have seen other sides of them first and primarily. Also, the opinions in here are not so often 'rants' or pandering. I would say that my opinions on political/social issues is affected by the commentary by people from multiple persuasions voiced here.
Conor, if you don't have a CheyTac Intervention M-200 Long Range Rifle System, you're just wasting your time. Might as well carry a butter knife into battle.
gm wrote:Conor, if you don't have a CheyTac Intervention M-200 Long Range Rifle System, you're just wasting your time. Might as well carry a butter knife into battle.
lonewolf wrote:My point exactly. There will be no conversions here, just pissed off people in different camps. Wrong-headed is in the head of the beholder. People can fervently believe differently. Chances are, those you deem wrong-headed are just as depressed by your inablity to "see the light."
Well, maybe not conversion, but I find the views of posters here interesting because I have seen other sides of them first and primarily. Also, the opinions in here are not so often 'rants' or pandering.
Once you hit that third rail of politics, of course some folks go off the endless rant deep-end. But there are a few folks around here who are on the other side of the divide from me on most issues of the day who are very calm, cogent and informative when explaining why it is they are so wrong-headed. I appreciate and learn from such exchanges.
gm wrote:Conor, if you don't have a CheyTac Intervention M-200 Long Range Rifle System, you're just wasting your time. Might as well carry a butter knife into battle.
Can you get one of those at Costco?
They had them in stock a month ago, but it looks like now they have a big shipment of Vladimirov KPV-14.5 heavy machine guns from a Russian supplier. Get 'em while you can! Of course, you have to have a Costco membership and can only pay by check or AMEX.
If I read the new Chicago ordinance correctly, you will have to keep your most sensible weapon for your personal protection locked inside the house. No proud display on your porch aiming at that slime neighbor across the street. Wait, you live in the suburbs, don't you? You should be OK, then.
gm wrote:Conor, if you don't have a CheyTac Intervention M-200 Long Range Rifle System, you're just wasting your time. Might as well carry a butter knife into battle.
Can you get one of those at Costco?
They had them in stock a month ago, but it looks like now they have a big shipment of Vladimirov KPV-14.5 heavy machine guns from a Russian supplier. Get 'em while you can! Of course, you have to have a Costco membership and can only pay by check or AMEX.
That is good to know. I do have AMEX, and a costco membership, and I get triple award points for heavy assault weapons.
Pego wrote: If I read the new Chicago ordinance correctly, you will have to keep your most sensible weapon for your personal protection locked inside the house. No proud display on your porch aiming at that slime neighbor across the street. Wait, you live in the suburbs, don't you? You should be OK, then.
Yes, I live in Du Page County, Land of the FREE, and a mile from the tyranny of Daley's Cook County. For example, here is a scene from Col. McCormick's house near Wheaton, the county seat of Du Page.
Pego wrote: If I read the new Chicago ordinance correctly, you will have to keep your most sensible weapon for your personal protection locked inside the house. No proud display on your porch aiming at that slime neighbor across the street. Wait, you live in the suburbs, don't you? You should be OK, then.
Yes, I live in Du Page County, Land of the FREE, and a mile from the tyranny of Daley's Cook County. For example, here is a scene from Col. McCormick's house near Wheaton.
My 8-year old grandson asked for something like this for Christmas or his birthday together with a tank or an armored vehicle. A truly deprived child, he wants only one airplane carrier with a couple of bombers and only one nuclear bomb. Only one, I emphasize.
Ghana lose, all because Uraguay prevented a goal with a blatant handball. Despite the red card and penalty it does not seem enough. Ghana really blew this by not finishing it off with that penalty. Now Africa will set up a posse for Suarez
Ghana lose, all because Uraguay prevented a goal with a blatant handball. Despite the red card and penalty it does not seem enough. Ghana really blew this by not finishing it off with that penalty. Now Africa will set up a posse for Suarez
A blatant handball and yet Ghana lose. Another thing that FIFA has to look at. How about the goal counts and a Penalty? The Ghanaians will be sorrowing in their palm wine.
Why couldn't I have professors like this when I was in college?
A Northwestern University professor apologized Saturday for letting a couple demonstrate the use of a sex toy after one of his classes, but he said he still sees "absolutely no harm" in what happened.
Psychology professor J. Michael Bailey said he regrets hurting Northwestern's reputation and "upsetting so many people in this particular manner. I apologize."
The incident took place Feb. 21. After a class on human sexuality, Bailey invited students to stay for a discussion of sexual fetishes. He repeatedly warned that it would be graphic.
The discussion included a woman who stripped and allowed her partner to use a sex toy on her.
jazzcyclist wrote:Why couldn't I have professors like this when I was in college?
A Northwestern University professor apologized Saturday for letting a couple demonstrate the use of a sex toy after one of his classes, but he said he still sees "absolutely no harm" in what happened.
Psychology professor J. Michael Bailey said he regrets hurting Northwestern's reputation and "upsetting so many people in this particular manner. I apologize."
The incident took place Feb. 21. After a class on human sexuality, Bailey invited students to stay for a discussion of sexual fetishes. He repeatedly warned that it would be graphic.
The discussion included a woman who stripped and allowed her partner to use a sex toy on her.
When John Cleese mounted his female partner in front of his young class, in Monty Python's "The meaning of Life", it was quite amusing because of course, it could never actually happen....................NOT!
jeremyp wrote:Sometimes these Iranians come up with some promising solutions to the difficulties of modern life.
I'm trying to come up with a worst case scenario. He did it to me; he did it to my wife; he did it my daughter; he did it to my 2-year-old GRANDDAUGHTER, and I still can't see myself injecting acid into another person's eyes as 'justice'. Doesn't this just make me as bad as the bad guy?
jeremyp wrote:Sometimes these Iranians come up with some promising solutions to the difficulties of modern life.
I'm trying to come up with a worst case scenario. He did it to me; he did it to my wife; he did it my daughter; he did it to my 2-year-old GRANDDAUGHTER, and I still can't see myself injecting acid into another person's eyes as 'justice'.
It's better than killing the bastard, which is what a lot of people would want to do.
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